Historic Hotels & Resorts in Waikiki from NZ$390

A trip to the historical sites in Waikiki is likely on top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki is a top historic resort bookable on Expedia and it features 2 outdoor pools. Aloha Tower is a short 8-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach.

Waikiki is home to 4232 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 13 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Waikiki is notable for landmarks like U.S. Army Museum of Hawai’i. Cultural venues include Fort DeRussy, King’s Guard Museum and Lucoral Museum. Other popular sights include Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk.

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Waikiki typically preserve authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.

The two are similar. The term “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Guests should expect the popular amenities you’d find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. In Waikiki, booking a historic hotel doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown.